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October 25, 2009 by Crit Dahippo · Leave a Comment
Here are PICKS4PLAYERS BEST BETS for NFL week 7.
Because we feel confident with our recent success on our 5 STAR plays, we are giving you, our loyal followers FREE direct access to our 5 star selections in the Pro Football Weekly National Handicapper’s Bowl. We are currently in 2nd place in the overall standings and have correctly selected 5 out of 6 FIVE STAR games. Check it out at http://nhbowl.com/Games.php
This Sunday we have 2 games that we feel are 5 STAR worthy:
Chicago @ Cincinnati, 1pm EST
Current Line: Cincinnati -1
Last week Chicago moved the ball up and down the field against Atlanta only to have trouble in the red zone. We do not see that happening this week against a Cincinnati defense without 2 of its biggest stars. Jay Cutler will have a big day and Carson Palmer will struggle against that tough Bears defense. Cincinnati seem to play nothing but close games and have won the majority of them, but we look for that trend to stop today. The Bears finally have a quarterback that allows them to attack and keep attacking downfield. This game should be a fun to watch, high-scoring affair. Think about OVER 42 ½ if you want extra action on this one. This could be 21-17 after the first quarter.
Our Pick: Chicago +1
New England vs. Tampa Bay, 1pm EST (Wembley Stadium, London, England 7PM local time) Current Line: New England -14
We see no reason why New England, on a road trip to Olde England, won’t pick up right where it left off last week against a Tampa Bay team that is arguably the National Football League’s worst team. This one won’t be close. If you’ve made the trip over enjoy this Jolly good show and as always when traveling across the pond, if you need a safe place to protect your cash and valuables, hide them under the soap! For some reason, Euros never think to look there, ever.
Our Pick: New England -14
Other games we like on today’s limited NFL slate:
Atlanta +4 ½ @ Dallas: There are two NFL team fan bases that just can’t seem to figure out the difference between betting with your head and betting with your heart. Dallas fans along with the ridiculously passionate J.E.T.S. JETS, JETS, JETS fans will pour money into the system and on their squad to sway the line. This game is one of those games. I’m sorry people, but the wrong team is favored here. After destroying San Francisco on the road and outlasting a solid and explosive Bears team, the Falcons are going to toast the Cowboys today. Take the points if you want to play safe and if you are feeling lucky, then take the Falcons straight up.
Indianapolis –14 @ St. Louis Rams: Indianapolis will be inspired by the return of Bob Sanders, as if they needed inspiration. Manning is proving once again that he’s more than just Eli’s older brother. St. Louis will eventually turn things around for Coach Spags, but it won’t be today, this season, or anytime soon. Look for Indianapolis to run a one-sided, high scoring and well orchestrated scrimmage today against the Lambs.
TOTALs that we like:
San Francisco @ Houston 1 PM EST: OVER 44
Look for Michael Crabtree to get involved early and often today in his hometown and NFL debut with the 49ers. Stump the Schaub should also have a big day for the Texans. We see this as an easy OVER, maybe by half time.
NY JETS @ Oakland Raiders 4:05 PM EST: UNDER 34 ½:
It’s possible that the only touchdowns scored in this one will be on Defense and Special Teams. Look for both teams to blitz all day and create opportunities through this relentless pressure. This could be the most exciting UNDER in quite some time.
Arizona @ NY Giants 8:35 PM EST: OVER 46 ½
This should be a barnburner from the opening kick. Look for lots of scoring early and then a critical drive late by either team will seal the deal. We see a final of 31-28, one way or another.
NFL SUNDAY- P4P is Hot- Here we go again!!!!
October 18, 2009 by Crit Dahippo · Leave a Comment
Here are PICKS4PLAYERS BEST BETS for NFL week 5.
As a special treat for our loyal followers, we are giving you free direct access to our 5 star selections in the Pro Football Weekly National Handicapper’s Bowl. We are currently in 3rd place in the overall standings and have correctly selected 4 straight FIVE STAR games.
This Sunday we have 2 games which we feel are 5 STAR worthy
Kansas City @ Washington, 1pm EST
Current Line: Washington -6 ½
Washington coach Jim Zorn is on the hot seat and he has never beating an AFC foe. There is a lot of panic and distraction in DC and we are not talking health care. Washington is playing good defense but a look inside the numbers show they have faced some of the worst offenses in the NFL. Look for KC to be able to move the ball and keep this close enough to cover the number.
Our Pick: Kansas City +6 ½
Philadelphia @ Oakland, 4:05pm EST
Current Line: Philadelphia -14
The Eagle defense is going to make life very tough on poor old Jamarcus Russell. He has 3 different offensive linemen who have to figure out the Eagle blitz scheme. Even the best of offensive lines have trouble with the zone blitzes. The Philly offense just needs to score 21 points to cover this number.
Our Pick: Philadelphia -14
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Baltimore @ Minnesota, 1 pm EST
Current Line: Minnesota – 3
Did anyone see the hit that Ray Lewis put on a defenseless Ochocinco last week. While Chad’s helmet flew off it is a miracle that his head stayed on. If you think there was passion behind that hit just imagine how the Ravens are aching to hit Brett Favre. Brett’s never been on a 5-0 team and this dream ride he’s been on for the start of the season will take a hit today. Look for the Ravens in an outright upset and take them on the money line if you feel lucky.
Our Pick: Baltimore +3
Our best picks on the TOTALs side of the action:
New England vs. Tennessee total points: 40 4:15 pm EST
While the weather will not be ideal, the Patriots will look to get Tom Brady’s timing back against two rookie corners. Brady single-handedly lost the game last week against the Broncos with two horrendous passes, one to Moss in the End Zone and one to Welker that would have most likely been a score. Nobody feels worse than Brady and look for them to put up a lot of points. Kerry Collins will answer a few times as well.
Our Pick: OVER 40
New Orleans vs NY Giants total points: 47 1/2 1 pm EST
OUR Pick: OVER 47 ½
Arizona vs. Seattle total points: 46 ½ 8:30 pm EST
OUR Pick: OVER 46 1/2
Picks4Players On Campus - Check out today’s FREE College Football Winners
October 17, 2009 by Crit Dahippo · Leave a Comment
Picks4Players Top College football picks for Saturday, October 17th.
HOME TEAM IN CAPS
ALABAMA -17 ½ over South Carolina
The Alabama defense has been dominant, giving up less than 90 yards in the first half of 4 out 6 games on the year. South Carolina has been giving up 4.3 yards per rush and QB Steven Garcia has been very erratic leading the ‘Cocks. If Alabama gets up early, Garcia will have a difficult time playing catch up and he will commit turnovers leading to a run-a-way victory for the Crimson Tide.
ARIZONA -4 over Stanford
Arizona is looking for revenge over Stanford after last years defeat. This will be toughest test the Stanford ground game has had to face all year and we think the Stanford defense was exposed last week against Oregon State. Look for Arizona QB Nick Foles to continue his hot play over the past couple of weeks.
MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE +4 1/2 over Mississippi State
Why Mississippi State would schedule this game on the road is a head scratcher. They are going to get ambushed this week facing a good Middle Tennessse State team that can put some points on the board. This game is also on TV which should get the home crowd fired up more than usual. A MTSU game usually equals lots of moonshine, some being consumed out of Souvenir Ketchup Bottles that look like Curt Schilling. Now when you add a national TV audience, I don’t know if we’ll be able to keep all of our teeth in place for this one.
ARIZONA STATE -6 ½ over Washington
This line just keeps climbing and with good reason. Washington gives up more yards on the ground than any Pac 10 team. With the late start in Tempe, look for the Sun Devil co-eds to be both liquored up and fired up for this one. Jake Locker simply can’t do it himself for the Huskies, but count on him having a great time after the game with a few of the aforementioned ASU co-eds. He is a stud.
WISCONSIN -2 ½ over Iowa
Wisky outgained Ohio State by over 200 yards last week and we think they will give the Iowa defense all it can handle this week. Iowa has not run the ball particularly well this year and when they have to pass look for the Wisconsin defense to get a couple of picks. As an added bonus, Wisky is playing this with revenge from last year.
TEXAS -3 over Oklahoma
Everyone will tell you Oklahoma has a great pass defense but other than BYU who have they faced that can really throw the ball? Look for Texas to have some success throwing the ball while the Texas defensive line will give Sam Bradford all he can handle. Remember Bradford will be without all world TE Gresham for the remainder of the year.
COLORADO +10 over Kansas
The Kansas defense has been brutal over the past 2 weeks yielding over 32 points per game. Colorado’s new QB who looked impressive last week should have a big day throwing the ball and keeping this one close the entire way. It would not be a surprise to see Colorado win the game.
NFL Week # 4 - We’re just getting warmed up. P4P = picks for FREE
October 4, 2009 by Crit Dahippo · Leave a Comment
Here are PICKS4PLAYERS BEST BETS for NFL week 4.
Tennessee @ Jacksonville , 1pm est
Current Line: Tennessee -3
The 0-3 Tennessee Titans are desperate as they travel to Jacksonville and try to right their ship, but they will have to do it without starting CB Cortland Finnegan. This is a Tennessee defense that has struggled against the pass all season, so far giving up over 275 yards a game through the air. Jacksonville is a home underdog that must be taken seriously and we like them here, getting a field goal.
Our Pick: Jacksonville +3
Cincinnati @ Cleveland , 1pm est
Current Line: Cincinnati -5
Cleveland is changing QB’s, going with Mr. Turnover, Derek Anderson. That’s the least of their problems. The organization is in shambles. The Jets, the Patriots, Bill Belichik, and many others around the league continue to laugh out loud at the Browns’ and their coaching ‘search’ and hiring ‘process’ that landed Eric Mangini the gig as Browns’ head coach. Nothing screams ‘I’m a putz’ more than Mangini himself walking the sidelines acting like he’s in charge and in control while the rest of us know that nobody in that locker room respects their pudgy tool of a leader. He hasn’t earned the nickname Mangina for nothing. Strictly speaking football, Cincy’s defense is very underrated and should force a few turnovers, giving Carson Palmer & co. some short fields. We think Cincy wins going away and look for an enormous chorus of booooooooooos to rain down on the Browns from the booooooooooooooooooooooozed up Dawg Pound.
Our Pick: Cincinnati -5
Baltimore @ New England, 1pm est
Current Line: New England -1 ½
Other than the Monday night game, this is probably the marquee game of the week. New England comes into this one with both banged up offensive and defensive lines. At this time of year though, who isn’t a little banged up? We’re all a little banged up. Baltimore has the best run defense and one of the top running attacks through 3 weeks. Better run D and better run game…time for Baltimore to make a statement. New England is hard to figure. They were extremely fortunate to pull out their opener against Buffalo. The Jets beat them soundly in week 2 and their win last week against the Falcons was solid, but less than impressive. One thing is for certain about the Patriots, they are not the dominant team that they were for the first 2/3 of the 2007 season. That ship sailed long ago and in the final analysis, the Patriots legacy during their first 50 years as a franchise is 43 years of being one of the laughing-stocks of football and seven seasons of documented cheating. Happy anniversary. We’ll take the Ravens.
Our Pick: Baltimore ON THE MONEY LINE at +105
NY Jets @ New Orleans, 4:05pm est
Current Line: New Orleans -7
The Jets will be without both starting CB’s which must have New Orleans QB, Drew Brees, licking his chops. Brees and his quick release along with Sean Payton’s maniacal offensive mind should capitalize early and often against the blitzing J.E.T.S. JETS, JETS, JETS. No doubt Mark Sanchez has been very good in the early going but he has never played in a place like the Superdome. Expect the ‘Dirty Sanchise’ to receive a rude welcome to the dirty South. This one will be an easy double-digit win for New Orleans.
Our Pick: New Orleans -7
Dallas @ Denver, 4:15pm est
Current Line: Dallas -3
Dallas is very thin at RB but Marion Barber might play and if he does then Dallas will finally expose the Broncos for what they really are….the worst 3-0 team in football. Tashard Choice will get the bulk of the carries, Barber will be used in spots, Romo will have a solid day. The Dallas’ defense should pressure Denver QB Kyle Orton all day and should force some bad throws and short fields for Tony Romo. We may even see a pick 6 for the Cowboys. Welcome back to Earth Josh McDaniels.
Our Pick: Dallas -3
OVER/UNDER Selections
NY Giants-KC Chiefs…We like UNDER 42. Giants are a great road team and we doubt KC will score 10 points. Brandon Jacobs, Brandon Jacobs, Ahmad Bradshaw. Rinse and repeat. The G-Men will get physical today.
Washington-Tampa Bay…We like UNDER 37. Both these offenses have been bad. Clinton Portis might not play for Washington and Tampa’s QB situation is a mess. Welcome to being a Head Coach in the league Raheem Morris.
Have a great Sunday. Enjoy the action. Play wise and play smart Player!!!
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Picks4Players White Hot Selections- NFL Week # 3 and all for FREE, FREE, FREE
September 27, 2009 by Crit Dahippo · Leave a Comment
Here are PICKS4PLAYERS BEST BETS for NFL week 3.
As always, proceed with caution and play at your own risk.
Tennessee @ NY Jets, 1 pm EST
Current Line: NY Jets -2
The desperate (0-2) Tennessee Titans have their backs against the wall as they face the flying high (2-0) Jets of New Jersey. We have to believe that proven, skilled, defensive tactician Jeff Fisher will have the Titans motivated and ready to attack Jets’ rookie QB Mark ‘Dirty Sanchise’ Sanchez. Look for Tennessee to shorten the game using their potent ground attack while the Tennessee defense shuts down the Jets running game leaving Sanchez in some difficult 3rd and long situations.
Our Pick: Tennessee +2
Jacksonville @ Houston, 1 pm EST
Current Line: Houston -3 ½
After falling flat in week one, Houston rebounded to defeat Tennessee in week two. We think last weeks win will carry over to this Sunday when Jacksonville comes to town. Houston is typically very strong at home, so we think that the week 1 loss at home was an exception. Jacksonville has struggled on offense and the Jags haven’t seemed to respond well to Head-Coach Jake Del Rio’s act for the last 2 plus years, and we see no reason for that to change this week. Look for Matt ‘Stump the’ Schaub to have strong numbers today (for you fantasy tools).
Our Pick: Houston -3 ½
San Francisco @ Minnesota, 1 pm EST
Current Line: Minnesota -6 ½
After 2 relatively easy wins on the road at Cleveland and Detroit, Minnesota returns home for their opener at the Metrodome to face the rejuvenated 49ers. This is a huge benchmark game for the 49ers whose new found toughness on both sides of the ball will be challenged today all the way to the end regardless of the score. If the 49ers can find a way to win this one, then Coach Singletary and his men will have climbed a certain hill on the 49er organization’s road back to NFL respectability. We see this as a defensive battle with both teams staying with the ground game for as long as they can. In the end this will be a battle of field goals, so instead of picking a side….
Our Pick: UNDER 40
Green Bay @ St. Louis, 1 pm EST
Current Line: Green Bay -6 ½
Green Bay has struggled in pass protection early on, but a game against probably the worst team in the NFL will be a cure all. After last weeks disappointing loss to Cincinnati, Green Bay will be extra motivated to get a win this week. St. Louis’ anemic offense has only 1 touchdown in 8 quarters this year.
Our Pick: Green Bay -6 ½
Atlanta @ New England, 1 pm EST
Current Line: New England -4 ½
New England could very easily be 0-2 heading into this game while Atlanta heads on the road for the first time this year. We’ve been telling you for two years that the tainted and stained New England ‘dynasty’ is over and they’ve done nothing this season to suggest anything other than mediocrity. New England has some injury issues at wide receiver and their lackluster defense will have all kinds of problems stopping Atlanta’s Michael Turner. Also, the Pats have nobody to match-up with new Falcons TE Tony Gonzalez. Atlanta has the better defense and ground game, which are the 2 biggest factors in winning on the road in the NFL.
Our Pick: Atlanta +4 ½
Indianapolis @ Arizona
Current Line: Arizona –2 1/2
The Indy defense has to be tired after chasing the Miami offense last Monday. Now they have to come back on a short week to chase the Arizona receivers all over the field. The Arizona defense is very underrated and should match up well against the Indy receivers. We llo for this to be a high scoring affair. Arizona will not be able to be as successful at keeping Peyton Manning off the field. Miami’s 8 minute drives severely limited the Colts’ offensive touches yet they were still able to score almost at will. Two of their touchdowns were scored in less than 45 seconds.
Our Picks: Arizona –2 1/2 and OVER 48
Following last night’s little hiccup, loads of FREE College Football Winners
September 19, 2009 by Crit Dahippo · Leave a Comment
I’m not sure where all of you are and how the weather is, but where I’m sitting, for once we’ve got a beautiful sunny Saturday filled with NCAA College Football action. Before we get to the games however, with the passing this past week of long time NCAA president Myles Brand, everyone involved in the NCAA from the players to the coaches to the administrators all should take a moment to pause and give their own personal thanks to Brand whose body of work did so much for the development of the cash cow that is the NCAA. Myles Brand will certainly be missed.
After our own moment of silence;
we do like the following games against the spread:
P4P’s College football picks for Saturday, September 19th
Clemson -7 over Boston College
This is no longer the BC Eagles team that had BJ Raji and Matt Ryan. This BC team is just a shadow of its former self despite their 2-0. Look for Clemson to use its strong running attack and speed to control the game. BC’s QB will be making his first road start, in SEC country. Good luck Son! We look for Clemson to wear out BC.
Arizona +4 over Iowa
Arizona goes on the road to face Iowa and this looks like a great spot for the Wildcats. With Penn State up next on the schedule for the Hawkeyes, they mat be looking a little past Arizona. Look for Arizona’s lines to dominate the game and keep this close the entire way.
Utah +5 over Oregon
Can anyone tell me why the team with the longest current winning streak in college football is an underdog? Utah is 18-5 as an underdog while Oregon is an absolute mess since losing Mike Bellotti as its head coach. Oregon’s defense didn’t even bother to show up last week. Chip Kelly, things were a little easier as the offensive coordinator at New Hampshire, good luck keeping things together in Nike country. This won’t easy but 5 points is too many here.
Washington +19 over USC
Some great trends here which favor Washington. Under Pete Carroll USC is 1-6 in Pac 10 road openers. Last year after the Ohio St win, USC traveled to Oregon State and lost. This year they travel to a fired up Husky Stadium, and new U-Dub Head Coach Steve Sarkisian knows USC inside and out. Aaron Corp making his first start for USC on the road could provide some shaky moments and short field opportunities for Jake Locker. Finally, Pete Carroll will not run up the score on his friend.
Auburn -7 over West Virginia
Huge revenge game for the underrated Auburn Tigers. They have a good offense facing a banged up Mountaineer defense. The West Virginia QB will be making his first road start. Your team at P4P likes Auburn, big.
Florida -29 over Tennessee
Florida has covered the spread in 18 of the last 22 games. I think we know how badly Urban Meyer wants to introduce smart alec Lane Kiffin to SEC football. Kiffin popped off during the hiring process and now should feel the brunt of a swift a$$ kicking from the Urban and Tebow show.
Baylor -10 over Connecticutt
Baylor is flying under the radar in this one with an offense that has shown to be very good in the early season. This is a big revenge game for the Bears and they had 2 weeks to get ready for it. Uconn’s offense has sputtered early on and will be starting a QB making his first road start.
Arkansas -2 over Georgia
Again, another team flying under the radar. Arkansas returns 17 starters and is facing a Bulldog defense that has given up 36 points per game in 5 of the last 8 games.
Texas -18 over Texas Tech
Talk about revenge! Texas Tech ruined Texas’ championship hopes last year and add to that Mike Leach voted for Oklahoma over Texas in the final poll. The Tech defense is horrrrible giving up over 47 points per game on the road. Colt McCoy becomes the Heisman frontrunner after this one. Hook ‘Em Horns by at least 3 touchdowns, and at least some of our staff like OVER 66.
NFL Opening Sunday- R U ready 4 some football?
September 13, 2009 by G$ · Leave a Comment
Here are our top picks for NFL week 1.
Philadelphia @ Carolina , 1pm est
Current Line: Philadelphia -2 1/2
The Eagles are replacing the deceased Jim Johnson at defensive coordinator and Carolina who was 12-4 a year ago seems to not be getting the respect it deserves. So Jake Delhomme had a bad playoff game. Big deal…He’s done that before and bounced back nicely. Expect him to be solid today. The Panthers are consistently one of the best home dogs in the NFL.
Our Pick: Carolina +2 1/2
Denver @ Cincinnati, 1pm est
Current Line: Cincinnati -4
Denver didn’t do much this off-season to fix their broken defense and Cincinnati is flying under the radar….no arrests in 6 months! Look for Carson Palmer and Ochocinco to re-establish themselves as one of the best QB/WR combos in the league.
Our Pick: Cincinnati -4
Minnesota @ Cleveland, 1pm est
Current Line: Minnesota -4
Minnesota returns just about everyone from one of the dominant defenses in the NFL. Not a good recipe for Brady Quinn to make his opening season start. Mangini is not a good leader and this is not a good Cleveland team. Minnesota will be looking to show they belong with the Super Bowl contenders and an opening win on the road will get them off to a good start. Look for a steady diet of Adrian Peterson sprinkled in with some play-action fakes and Favre going over the to Percy Harvin.
Our Pick: Minnesota -4
Dallas @ Tampa Bay, 1pm est
Current Line: Dallas -4 1/2
This line has dropped all week, opening at -6 and this makes no sense. TB just fired its offensive coordinator and has a new coaching staff. Typically this doesn’t work out well in week one. Dallas has the better ground game and better defense. Look for Romo to connect early and often with TE Jason Witten, and look for Romo to establish a nice working relationship with wide-out Roy Williams. The passing game and the entire team will benefit through addition by the subtraction of T.O. In the second half it should be a lot of Marion barber running it right down the Bucs’ throats.
Our Pick: Dallas -4 1/2
San Francisco @ Arizona, 4:15pm est
Current Line: Arizona -6
Stat of the week: The last 6 Super Bowl losers are 0-6 against the spread in there first game following the Super Bowl. San Francisco always plays Arizona tough and should have beaten them last year in Arizona. Boldin says he’ll play but his hamstrings are as touchy as he is temperamental. The 49ers will keep this close as Frank Gore grinds away.
Our Pick: San Francisco +6
Chicago @ Green Bay, 8:20pm est
Current Line: Green Bay -4
We are not ones to pay too much attention to the pre-season but Green Bay’s #1 offense was almost unstoppable scoring on 11 of 13 possessions. New Green Bay D-Coordinator, Dom Capers, will have his defense ready to play and look for a Green Bay blowout.
Our Pick: Green Bay –4
On the TOTALS end of today’s action, we like a few OVER/UNDER plays that you may want to consider:
Baltimore @ KC total points: 36 - Take the UNDER: Scott Pioli and Todd Haley will eventually turn KC around, but not today. Matt Cassell isn’t close to being 100% and this is a tough environment to try to implement a new system in your first game.
NY Jets @ Houston Texans total points: 44 – Take the OVER: We expect the Jets to attempt to come out firing on all cylinders today in Rex Ryan’s debut as head coach. We look for both teams to pressure the quarterback, which will translate to some offensive opportunities downfield as well as some defensive opportunities for interceptions and forced fumbles. P4P is actually expecting at least two defensive scores in this game and a point total in the 50s.
Chicago Bears @ Green Bay total points 46 ½ - Take the OVER: Chicago didn’t get Jay Cutler to ignite their running game. Look for these 2009 more balanced bears to get up and down the field more than we’re used to seeing. Green Bay’s first team offense was virtually unstoppable in the preseason and the night should be electric in Green Bay as the NFL wraps up the first Sunday of the season.
As always from your friends at www.Picks4Players.com, play wise, play smart, play on, player!!!!
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